We have looked at how Yahweh often reaches people out of the Biblical Canon box. This article looks further into how Yahweh uses quotations and references from other written sources. Note, however, that a quote from another source does not necessarily mean an exact word-for-word citation, nor does it place those outside sources on the same par as scripture. Even Yeshua and the apostles often “quoted” the Older Covenant scriptures using different words. For instance: in Luke 4:18-19, Yeshua combines elements of Isaiah 42:7 and 61:1-2. In Acts 2:17-21, Peter combines elements from Joel 2:28-31 and others. In both instances, we say that Yeshua and Peter were simply quoting scripture.

Quotes and/or References from Enoch by Yeshua [1]

Yeshua referenced or quoted from The Book of Enoch in several places. Below are a few samples:

Matthew 5:5 – “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.”

Enoch 5:7 – “But for the elect there shall be light and joy and peace, and they shall inherit the earth.”

Matthew 19:28 – “You who have followed me will also sit on twelve thrones and judge the twelve tribes of Israel.”

Enoch 108:12 – “To those who love my holy name, I will place each of them on a throne of glory.”

Matthew 19:29 – “Everyone who . . . will obtain eternal life.”

Enoch 37:4 – “eternal life has been given to me.”

Enoch 40:9, 50:3, 58:3 – “those who will inherit eternal life.” “the elect in the light of eternal life.”

Matthew 26:24 – “It would have been good for that man if he had not been born.”

Enoch 38:2 – “It would have been better for them had they never been born.”

Luke 6:24 – “But woe to you who are rich, for you have already had all the comfort you will get!”

Enoch 94:8 – “Woe to you who are rich, for in your riches have you trusted; but from your riches you shall be removed.

Luke 16:26 – “Between us and you there is a great chasm has been fixed.”

Enoch 22:9-12 – “Three separations have been made between the spirits of the dead . . . their spirits shall be set apart in this great pain till the great day of judgment.”

John 4:14 – “The water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into everlasting life.”

Enoch 48:1 – “in that place I saw the fountain of righteousness Which was inexhaustible: And around it were many fountains of wisdom; And all the thirsty drank of them, And were filled with wisdom, And their dwellings were with the righteous and holy and elect.”

John 5:22 – “The Father judges no man, but has committed all judgment unto the son.”

Enoch 69:27 – “And the sum of judgment was given unto the Son of Man.”

Enoch 43:3 – “On that day Mine Elect One shall sit on the throne of glory And shall try their works.”

John 12:36 – “That you may be called the children of light.”

Enoch 108:11 – “I call the spirits of the good from the generation of light.”

Other Quotes and/or References from Enoch

Frequently in the Newer Covenant scriptures, Yeshua is called the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. We find this title in 1 Timothy 6:15, Revelation 17:14, and Revelation 19:16. Lord of Lords is only applied to Yahweh (Deuteronomy 10:17 Psalm 136:3). In the Older Covenant scriptures, the king of kings title is also applied to Artaxerxes and Nebuchadnezzar (Ezra 7:12, Ezekiel 26:7, Daniel 2:37). These titles can also be found in The Book of Enoch (Enoch 9:3; 84:2).

Jude 1:14-15 is virtually a direct quote of Enoch 1:9, a theme repeated in Deuteronomy 33:2-3; Job 5:1; Psalms 16:3 & 34:9; and in Zechariah 14:5. The phrase, “And to these also Enoch, the seventh from Adam,” which begins Jude’s verses, is found in Enoch 60:8, which says it this way: “my grandfather was taken up, the seventh from Adam.”

There are many phrases in our scriptures that come from The Book of Enoch. Numerous verses call Yeshua the chosen one (Isaiah 42:1; Luke 9:35; 23:35; etc.). The word chosen (eklego ἐκλέγω [G1586]) can be literally translated elect.

The phrase “Elect One” is found throughout The Book of Enoch, as is the phrase “Son of Man.” Nothing is hidden from Yahweh – he knows all things (Enoch 84:3; Mark 4:22; etc.)

Quotes and/or References from Greek Works [2]

The Newer Covenant scriptures contain several direct quotes from certain ancient Greek writers. Spencer McDaniel says Acts 17:27-28 “contains two quotations. The first quotation comes from The Kretika by the Greek poet Epimenides of Knossos. The second quotation comes from line five of the didactic poem Phainomena by the Stoic philosopher Aratos of Soloi.” He continues, Acts 26:14 “is a direct quote from line 1624 of the Greek tragedy Agamemnon by Aischylos.”

Titus 1:12 also appears to quote from Epimenides of Knossos. Paul’s description of the body having many parts with different functions in 1 Corinthians 12 may have been inspired by Socrates. 1 Corinthians 15:33 appears to be a quotation from the comedy Thais by Menandros – who may have actually gotten his quote from the tragedy Aiolos by Euripides.

In referencing these other works, Paul is using the technique of “You have heard it said… but I say” to get the people’s attention and then turn their attention away from their own (false) gods to the true God, Yahweh / Yeshua. Yeshua uses this same technique in Matthew Chapter 5 to correct misperceptions about murder, adultery, neighbors, etc.

Quotes and/or References from Deuterocanonical Books [3]

The Newer Covenant scriptures have dozens of quotes and/or references from the Deuterocanonical, or Apocryphal, books, many of which are full of false and unbiblical teachings. Again, this does not place these other sources on the same par as scripture but are examples of how Yahweh can and does use many different means to reach those who do not yet know him. Below are some samples.

Quotes and/or References from The Book of Sirach appear in several places. Sirach 29:11 says, “Lay up thy treasure according to the commandments of the Most High,” similar to Hebrews 13:5; Matthew 6:19; Luke 12:33; and 1Timothy 6:19. Sirach 27:6 says, “The fruit declares if the tree has been dressed,” similar to Matthew 3:10; 7:16; 7:20 and 12:33, Mark 11:13, and Luke 6:44.

Quotes and/or References from The Book of Tobias appear in several places. Tobias 3:8, 3:15, 6:13, and 7:11 all recount the story of a woman who had seven husbands who all had died, similar to the same accounts in Matthew 22:25; Mark 12:20; and Luke 20:29. Tobias 12:15 recounts the story of Raphael, who presents the prayers of the saints before the Holy One – similar to the account in Revelation 8:3-4. Tobias 13:17-18 recounts the Alleluias and foundation stones of Jerusalem, similar to Revelation 19:1-6 and 21:19-20.

The Book of Wisdom is also Quoted and/or Referenced in several places.

Wisdom 2:13-16 speaks of the child who boasts that his father is God, virtually identical to John 5:18. Wisdom 2:24 says envy of the devil caused death to come into the world. Romans 5:12 ascribes this to “one individual.” Wisdom 13:10 describes the works of men’s hands – gold and silver, resemblances of beasts – and calls them false gods. Acts 17:29 says similarly. Wisdom 15:7 says, “of the same clay he makes both the vessels that serve for clean uses, and likewise also all such as serve to the contrary.” Romans 9:21 puts it this way: “Has the potter no right to make from a given lump of clay this pot for honorable use and that one for dishonorable?”

Conclusions

This article lists just a small sample of the many quotes and/or references within the Biblical Scriptures that come from other sources, which scripture uses as a way to get people’s attention, but which does not place those sources on the same par as the Bible.

Today, just as we have tried to limit Yahweh’s ability to reach us to our own conceptions and limitations, we have apparently done the same with the words scripture and prophet. The Bible has a much larger definition of both words. Yahweh has thousands of ways to bring awareness of himself, including using quotes and/or references from other books, plays, philosophers, and many who today’s people would not even consider reading or listening to.

Final Thought

The prophetic signs are burgeoning and not abating. Time is incredibly short – Yeshua Ha’Mashiach is coming soon – so be of great cheer, keep looking up, and keep maintaining an attitude of gratitude. Be sure you are believing The Truth, not The Lie. Be sure Yeshua is your Redeemer, King, and High Priest, and your sins are forgiven.

Further Study

[1] Quotations from The Book of Enoch; The Researcher’s Library of Ancient Texts by Defender Publishing

[2] https://talesoftimesforgotten.com/2017/03/09/greek-writers-quoted-in-the-new-testament/

[3] https://apologeticessay.wordpress.com/2017/10/21/deuterocanonical-books-quoted-in-new-testament/

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Just recently, I posted that all true believers never really say “goodbye.” With us, it’s “until later.” Looking back through all my years and remembering all the loved ones that have passed from this life, I get the “warm fuzzies” for a whole bunch of them that I am sure will be at the reunion. On the other hand, there are some that I fear I’ll never see again. Only God knows who were saved and who weren’t, and I leave all judgments to Him. (ESV, all emphasis mine)

Isaiah 54:13; “All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children.”

Psalm 127:3; “Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord; the fruit of the womb; a reward.”

Matthew 18:1-6; “At that time, the disciples came to Jesus saying; ‘Who is the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven?’ And calling to Him a child, He put him in the midst of them; then said, ‘Truly, I say to you; unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven. Whoever receives such a child in My name, receives Me; but whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in Me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened around his neck and be drowned in the depth of the sea.'”

Before moving on to more of God’s word, is there any doubt as to the eternal fate of the ones that are causing great harm to children today? The ones that are kidnapping them, selling them as “sex slaves,” and putting them in the pathway of every perversion possible will gain “special attention” at the Great White Throne Judgment. It seems we are hearing of more and more abuse being administered to children, even from some of their loved ones who are supposed to protect them. I am glad that I will not be there to judge the evil ones. The Father will handle that totally.

Next, Matthew 19:14-15; “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them; for to such belongs the Kingdom of Heaven. And, He laid His hands on them [Blessed them], and went away.”

Matthew 18:10; See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you, that in Heaven, their angels always see the face of My Father, who is in Heaven.”

Our Heavenly Trinity – Father, Son, and Holy Spirit – has special feelings for the vulnerable young souls that are here. There have been testimonies of pre-teen children that had developed a love for Jesus, and through their relationship with Him, lived to present Him to others. What’s sad is that many, when they grow older, lose that love and will pull away from Him to become involved with the things of this world. The ones that keep their faith are especially precious in His sight.

One young lady had a special love for Jesus, even though she had a disease that could, and eventually did, cause her death. Yet, she lived her short time here as a testimony of love to the Savior. Even though she left here at age 10, she was influential in bringing many of her school classmates and others to a knowledge of the Savior. Her story was told in a message I was privileged to post in June 2020 and is called “A Love for All Time.” I look forward to seeing her at Jesus’ side when we soon get Home.

Aside from the Children, I will be looking forward to the “Marriage Supper of the Lamb,” as given in Revelation 19:6-9. All who will have received and accepted the free gift of Salvation given to us by Jesus at Calvary will be considered His “bride.” We are also considered His precious flock, and He is our Good Shepherd (John 10).

We will never age when we are in our new bodies, as age is a number made for humans during our stay on this earth. God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit – they are ageless. This Trinity has always existed and will always exist. I have no idea what our forever bodies will be like other than we won’t worry about “how old” we or others are. Just imagine Abraham, Ruth, Esther, King David, and all the rest will look the same as we do. The best part is everyone will know everyone there. It’s a concept we cannot grasp right now.

There is a downside to this which involves all who died out of the will of God pre-Calvary and all from Calvary to the end of the Millennial Reign of Jesus who will have taken their last breath on this earth without repenting. There will be no reunions, glorious celebrations, or loving each other as the Father has loved all of us. What there will be will take place at the Great White Throne Judgment with that very long line of lost people waiting to find out what their “forever punishment” will be. At this judgment, it will be too late to call out for forgiveness, and there will be no pardons. All are condemned.

The judgments will be fair and just, as that is the way of our Heavenly Father. All who denied Jesus, including Satan and his demons, will bow and confess that Jesus is Lord. Then, according to their deeds here, each one will be “sentenced” to the Lake of Fire – Hell. Satan will understandably receive the harshest punishment of all. It will go down from there, all the way to the person who lived a “good” life but didn’t see the need to ask Jesus to forgive them and be their Savior forever.

Please read the following carefully: If you want a joyous reunion in Heaven, you can be sure you will be there by following certain steps. That’s “steps,” not works; no special recitals; no special monetary contributions; nothing of yourself. Ephesians 2:8-9 tells why; so that we can’t boast about earning our own Salvation.

Romans 10:9-13 are the steps that some call the ABCs of Salvation. A – admit you’re a sinner as we all are (Romans 3:23; Romans 6:23), and confess this to Jesus. B – Believe and have faith that Jesus died for our sins, and God raised Him from the dead, and He is the only way to the Father (John 14:6). C – call on the name of the Lord, and you will be saved.

You can do this at home, or wherever. Talk to Jesus because He’s right there listening to you. Trust in Him, and know He will turn no one away who truly receives and accepts Him. Your “forever” will be sealed by the Holy Spirit that will be in you from then on. You will actually have the angels in Heaven cheering for you (Luke 15:10). You are now ready for the Heavenly Reunion when the time comes.

All the signs say it will be very soon. We must be ready beforehand because no one will have the time to call out to Jesus when the Trumpet of God sounds, and the shout comes from the Archangel. You must have your “reservation” in advance.

Hope to see you at the Heavenly Supper Table!

Come quickly, Lord Jesus!

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